1985 Skoda L vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 551 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda L | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | L | Juke |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
